Thanatosis
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Thanatosis is a noun meaning (zoology) The act of feigning death.
Meaning
(zoology) The act of feigning death.
More Meanings
- The death of part of an organism.
Word Forms
- thanatoses
Synonyms for thanatosis
Depending on context, synonyms include necrosis.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include thanatocracy, death, athanasy, deadness, athymy, deathling.
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